Wow…I Never Knew!

Image by New York Public Library via Flickr

In the creative industry we tend to move at 100-mph and can sometimes forget to stop and smell the roses. In this case the roses are the budding hidden talents that exist within our four walls. As a creative team grows in size so does the talent and skills of that team. Creative types are in constant motion and it’s inherent that most of us posses a thirst for additional ways of expression.

Our team here at Mindclay (Shameless Plug) is a perfect example of this. I wasn’t always aware of all the hidden talents that existed among our gang, from amazing painters, photographers all the way to stop-motion animation talents that graced last years Christmas Card (Bravo..Gary!). We even have an editor/designer who’s got rock-star talents on the banjo and in photography…(sorry Sarah I had to!)

Then there’s our in-house musician Alex who plays a mean piano along with Chance who’s an expert storyboard artist along with kickass animation skillz! Long story short, these hidden talents have come out over the years and in some cases have been instrumental in finding creative solutions for clients. The talents I listed above are just a few that the team possess and I am convinced more exist that they are not revealing! As a creative team, it’s crucial to take the time and get to know one another beyond what’s on the business card. This recommendation may seem simple but you’d be surprised how many creative teams truly are unaware of the hidden talents that surround the table.

My next challenge, trying to create a banjo/piano playing, stop motion animated band,….coming soon!

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